Taiwan's government is focusing on increasing its military drone production to deter potential threats from China. The Ministry of National Defense has proposed a special budget of $6.6 billion over six years to purchase domestically produced drones. This budget, presented on June 18, aims to acquire over 208,000 coastal attack drones, more than 1,400 coastal reconnaissance drones, and 1,320 uncrewed surface vessels by 2031. Currently, Taiwan's military arsenal includes approximately 5,000 US-made attack drones and locally manufactured drones. Recent military exercises have seen Taiwanese forces deploying Altius-600 loitering munition drones, produced by Anduril Industries, to strike offshore targets.
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Taiwan Proposes $6.6 Billion Budget for Domestic Drone Production
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has proposed a $6.6 billion budget to enhance its domestic drone production as a defense measure against potential Chinese military actions. The budget aims to acquire a significant number of drones and uncrewed vessels by 2031, expanding Taiwan's military capabilities.
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As China looms, Taiwan makes more drones for defense and the US military
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Taiwan Proposes $6.6 Billion Budget for Domestic Drone Production